STAYING SAFE on Campus Self- Responsibility Preparation Community Care

Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)

Campus Safety Dating Violence  Violence committed by a person who is or has been in a social relationship of a romantic or intimate nature with the victim and where the existence of such a relationship is based on a consideration of the length, type, and frequency of interactions. Domestic Violence  Pattern of asserted violent misdemeanor or felony behavior that is used by a current or former intimate partner to gain or maintain power and control over the other intimate party. Sexual Assault  Non-consensual oral, anal, or vaginal penetration by, or union with, the sexual organ of another person, or by any other object. Examples of sexual assault include forced sexual intercourse, sodomy, incest, fondling, and attempted rape. Stalking  Willfully, maliciously, and/or repeatedly following, watching, harassing or intimidating another person; in person, electronically, or by any other means, causing a reasonable person to fear for their or others’ safety or to suffer emotional distress. Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)

What You Need to Know Recognize and Avoid Abusive Behavior Such As:  Frequent yelling directed at a partner  Blaming partner for own faults  Name calling  Consistently accusing partner of infidelity  Kicking, holding, slapping, or scratching  Forcible sex Bystander Intervention  OFFER SUPPORT if you suspect that the person is being abused or has been sexually assaulted or stalked.  SPEAK OUT against all forms of sexual violence.  BE AN ADVOCATE for preventing sexual violence.  MODEL the behavior that values respect for others.

Safety Tips 1. Never walk alone Try to get in the habit of walking with someone wherever you go. Never, ever walk alone at night! Plan before you go out for the evening. Who is going to walk with you to your event? Who is going to walk home with you from your event? There is safety in numbers. By walking with someone else, you significantly reduce the chances of being hurt. 2. Limit alcohol It is imperative to drink in moderation. Have a plan before you go out. Limit the number of drinks you consume. Plan how you intend on returning home before you leave for the evening. Ask someone to keep an eye on you for the night, and you can do the same for her.

3 No iPod or ATM at night By using your iPod, you have lost one of your most important senses of your hearing. Since your eyesight is limited during evening hours, you make yourself more vulnerable if you use your iPod. If you do use it, just put in one ear bud. Get in the habit of using your ATM during daylight hours. Make sure any ATM you use is in a well-lit area. Never use an ATM located at the rear of a bank. Never count your money while you're standing near the ATM. Be alert of who is around you at all times. 4 Change your route and your routine When walking on campus, get in the habit of taking a different route once or twice a week. Switch your routine. Do not become predictable! If you ever think you are being followed, cross the street and change direction. Find an open store or an area where people are gathered. Do not be afraid to ask for help. Know where campus security phones are located.

5. Give someone your schedule Communication is key! Give your roommate your schedule, and you should get theirs. Get in the habit of writing down your schedule and leaving it in the same place in your room. Whether going to class, over to a friend's apartment, out for the evening or going to lunch in the cafeteria, make it a habit to leave your schedule with an estimated time you'll return home.

Be Smart Call for help ! Important Numbers *911 Campus Security North Star Security Use Emergency Phones located on campus!